1954 Buick 40 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | 40 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |
